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Freelancer, contractor, or small business owner looking to reduce outgoings and increase productivity? There’s a new solution - Crunch Free!
Find out what help is available for small businesses, gig workers, and the self-employed.
From understanding expenses to starting a limited company, we've a range of jargon-free business guides for you to download and keep.
We’ve put together this comprehensive, jargon-free guide to help you understand how best to set up as self-employed, and how to act tax-efficiently.
In 2021, the Supreme Court ruled that Uber drivers were workers, not self-employed. But what does this ruling mean, and how did we get here?
The government is introducing major changes to IR35 in April 2021. What do contractors and businesses need to do to ensure they're ready for the new rules?
If you don’t file your Self Assessment and pay any tax due by 31st January deadline you’ll face fines – and potential extra penalties. Here's all the info.
Starting or running a business, and need tips? Want to network with fellow self-employed workers? Find out what events are coming up.
The government has announced financial measures to support businesses through the Covid-19 emergency. There's support for certain employees, businesses and self-employed.
When you’re self-employed, or director of your own limited company, it can be confusing to know how to claim back business mileage. We've got you covered.
The Conservatives' 'National Living Wage' is not the same as the one proposed by the Living Wage Foundation. We look at the differences.
There are many different tax rates in the UK affecting both individuals and businesses - we've pulled them all together so you can keep on top of them.
Although the ins & outs may be tricky to grasp for first-timers, the sooner you get your head around the HMRC VAT system the sooner you can benefit from it.
New to contracting or freelancing? Struggling with filing your first Self Assessment? Our quick guide goes over the basics of what you should do.
If you live outside of the UK but run a UK-based limited company, there are certain rules you’ll need to be aware of to effectively run your business.
What is the Tax-Free Childcare scheme? How does it work, and how do you apply for it? Read on for everything you need to know about the new scheme.
A Self Assessment tax return is one of the most significant tax documents you’ll be dealing with when you’re self-employed. Here's what you need to know.
How long does trademarking a company last? How much does it cost? What's the difference between trademarking a company & registering one? All this and more.
As a sole trader, your business will naturally incur running costs. The good news is that many of these running costs can be claimed as business expenses,
A locum doctor can provide work under a variety of different guises, including as a limited company. We take a look at the pros and cons.
A quick explanation of each of the small business taxes you’re expected to pay as a freelancer, contractor, or small business owner.
A sole trader is someone who runs their own business as an individual, and is self-employed. Find out more about how it works in this jargon-free article!
We've collated a selection of free tools and resources for you to help make running your business a breeze. With everything from software to templates you can work out your take home pay, chase that unpaid invoice and calculate your IR35.
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